AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCapital Markets Pressure: Bond yields jumped to a 15-year high after stronger-than-expected GDP, with 10-year rates around 5.2% and markets pricing a high chance of another RBA hike—raising the stakes for federal debt servicing and renewed calls for deeper spending cuts. Housing & Credit Access: A Senate inquiry into intergenerational housing inequity heard that young Australians are often “at the mercy of lenders”, with big banks set to face questions on credit conditions and transparency. Home Prices Forecasts: Commonwealth Bank has lifted its expected housing downturn to a 9% national fall, with Sydney/Melbourne down ~13%/12% and further pressure flagged for other capitals. Banking Sector Talent: AlixPartners warns of early distress signals as Australian firms shift from bank lending to costlier private credit, while independent specialists increasingly plug risk, compliance and AI capability gaps. Corporate/Fintech Moves: Sezzle expands its merchant network with Gymshark, Debenhams and Follett; Western Union partners with JuanPay to widen remittance access in the Philippines. Business Leadership: Maggie Beer Holdings appoints Chris Illman to lead the next phase after FY26 margin improvements, while Rabobank Australia names Carolyn Colley as board chair.
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